The Certificate of Competency in Supporting Children and Individuals With Special Needs and Their Families is an endorsement available only to those professionals who are a resident of or work in Rhode Island and have a certification, that is valid and in good standing, as a Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW). The applicant must also be eighteen (18) years of age. 

The expiration date of the endorsement will be the same as the expiration date of your CCHW credential. You must renew the endorsement with your CCHW credential to maintain it.